Railroad Lawsuit Kidney Cancer
Railroad workers are frequently exposed to carcinogens with a high risk of cancer. Exposure to harmful substances like gasoline, diesel fuel, benzene and creosote has been linked with cancers and chronic conditions like mesothelioma, lung cancer, and bladder cancer.
Contact a railroad cancer lawyer today to schedule a complimentary initial consultation If you or someone close to you has developed a serious disease that is linked to your job at railroad.
Exposure to carcinogens
Railroad workers are exposed to numerous carcinogens that can cause harm on a daily basis. These include diesel exhaust, asbestos and benzene. Railroad cancer lawsuit s against various railroad companies have been filed in large number. These lawsuits have been filed under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) which was passed in 1908.
Plaintiffs who develop cancer as a result of on-the-job exposure may be qualified for compensation. A skilled railroad injury lawyer will review the claim of a victim to determine whether there is an appropriate FELA lawsuit against the business responsible for the condition.
A railroad worker may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses or lost wages, as well as other damages resulting from their illness. A lawyer can assist to file a claim within the three-year statute of limitations imposed by FELA.
James Brown, the plaintiff, claims that his leukemia came on the heels of years of exposure to chemicals that were not protected like creosote or degreasing chemicals. He worked on tank cars, brake shoes and cabooses. He claims he walked over railroad ties that smelled of creosote, and he saw signs with crosses and skulls on train cars, signalling toxic substances. He claims that he was also exposed to diesel fumes working on locomotive engines or when he stopped in tunnels. The toxins caused headaches and caused breathing difficulties.
Failure to Provide an Occupational Safety Environment
Despite the fact that work on railroads has always presented a significant risk, recent studies have revealed that a lot of the hazards common to work in railways are directly linked to cancer and other serious illnesses. Federal law requires railroad companies to provide their employees with sufficient guidance and protection to keep them safe. If they fail to provide this they could be held accountable for severe injuries that result in death or financial ruin.
If you're a railroad worker or have a loved one who was a railroad worker it is recommended that you seek legal assistance from an experienced attorney. An attorney can help you determine whether your exposure to carcinogens during working is sufficient for you to bring a lawsuit. There is a 3-year statute of limitations, therefore it is important to contact an attorney as soon as you can.
Railroad workers are exposed toxic chemicals, such as creosote and diesel fumes and exhaust. Most often, these harmful fumes can cause cancer in a variety of forms, including mesothelioma and other lung diseases. If you've suffered from any of these diseases it is crucial that you speak with an experienced railroad accident lawyer as soon as you can.
The plaintiff was employed by the ICRC as a carman/mechanic between September 1975 to December 2015. He claims that his time in the ICRC led to his development of renal (and later adrenal) cancer. He claims that he was constantly exposed to the dangerous chemical carbon tetrachloride. It is used by railroads to clean their tracks and braking systems.
Leukemia lawsuit can be brought under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) which permits railroad employees to file claims directly against their employers. To be able to seek damages, they must establish that negligence on the part of the railroad company played a role in causing their injury or illness.
Plaintiff Greger was exposed when working on the railroad, to a variety of hazardous chemicals and environmental conditions. Carbon tetrachloride, a chemical, was used to clean rail and brake systems. He claims that the company did not take the time to warn him about the dangers of the chemical that has been associated with cancer.
He also claims that he walked on rail ties coated in creosote. The substance was regarded as harmful. He also breathed diesel fumes inside the cabs of locomotives and was found to be suffering from headaches and difficulty breathing. cancer lawsuits breathed in diesel exhaust while stopping in tunnels for locomotives running, and claims that this made him feel ill.
He claims that when he sought out doctors about the link between his work on the railroad kidney cancer, as well as his doctors, they refused to provide any details. He argues that this was negligent and the railroad that was at fault should have known about the connection between these exposures and kidney cancer. He is seeking to recover compensation for his medical expenses as well as pain and suffering, lost earnings and emotional distress.
Damages
The damages in a kidney cancer lawsuit filed by a railroad are a result of a combination of medical expenses along with lost wages and other expenses. The amount of these damages can differ greatly based on the particular situation. A competent attorney will ensure that you get the maximum amount of compensation for your losses.
In one instance one case, a man aged 51 was diagnosed with myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in 2008. He was a machinist with Chicago & North Western Railway and its successor, Union Pacific Railroad, from 1976 until 2008. During that time, he endured years of exposure to benzene-laden chemicals such as creosote, degreasing solvents.
Railroad companies have a legal obligation to follow government safety regulations for workplaces. These include safeguarding workers from exposure to known carcinogens. If a railroad company fails to follow these rules, the consequences can be devastating for the families of the victims.
Hughes Law Offices has represented thousands injured people, including railroad workers exposed to toxic fumes. Contact us today to arrange a no-cost consultation with an expert railroad injury lawyer. The founder Andrew Hughes actually defended railroads in FELA cases for the majority of his legal career, so he is well-versed in the laws that govern these claims and the dangers that may result from work exposure.